Research & Development Engineer

Job Title: Research & Development Engineer

Reports to:  Research & Development Manager

Location: HQ-Allentown PA

Prepared Date: March 2024

Summary 

The Research & Development Engineer is a position that will utilize their expertise to analyze, design, develop, and test new cryogenic refrigeration product concepts.  The Research & Development Engineer is responsible for generating the intellectual property necessary to produce new products, improve existing products, apply existing technology to emerging applications and extend the SCAI product portfolio to new markets.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required, MS or PhD preferred.
• Cumulative GPA ≥ 3.2
• 2 years of relevant cumulative research, internship, co-operative or full-time work experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical design: machine design, mechanics of material, vibration, dynamics.
• Demonstrated expertise in thermal design for solids and fluids
• Demonstrated ability to develop solutions to engineering problems from fundamentals of physics
• Good mechanical aptitude/hands-on skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Job Responsibilities

• Generate intellectual property that results in patentable technology or trade secrets
• Execute engineering design, analysis, or evaluation using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Plan, develop, and execute design and test programs for qualification of components and prototypes 
• Ensure designs meet functional and performance specifications
• Provide technical support to personnel across all the functions supporting projects,
• Prepare and document engineering technical reports on design, analysis, and product design concepts
• Prepare specifications for purchases of materials or equipment
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

Beneficial Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated expertise in CAD, finite element analysis and numerical methods.
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical code and regulatory standards such as PED, UL, IEC, RoHS.
• Experience in design of electrically controlled equipment, circuits and control systems that comply with applicable safety standards
• Good project management skills.   Understands critical tasks needed to complete a project in a timely manner.  Capable of providing accurate labor and material cost estimations.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.  Demonstrated ability to lead projects.

Competencies

• Customer Orientation

Able to work with internal and external customers to understand needs. Considers impacts on both internal and external customers; prioritizes and responds to customer needs. Able to resolve issues efficiently and effectively in a timely manner. 

• Decision Making 

Logically assesses risk, demonstrates confidence and good judgement when making decisions and setting courses of action; is responsive to changing conditions and takes accountability for decisions made. 

• Analytical 

Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures. 

• Design

Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail. 

• Innovation

Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention. 

About the SHI Cryogenics Group and Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc.

SHI Cryogenics Group, an integral part of the Precision Equipment Division of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd., is a leading worldwide provider of innovative cryogenic and vacuum solutions to the medical, semiconductor, flat panel, general coating and research industries. With offices in Asia, Europe and the United States, it has been producing quality cryogenic equipment for over 50 years. SHI's renowned engineering departments continue to focus on the latest cryogenic and vacuum technologies, including innovative cryopump and cryocooler designs. Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc. (“SCAI”) is the North American Division of the SHI Cryogenics Group, focusing on design, manufacturing, sales and service with corporate office in Allentown, PA and additional locations in Illinois, California, New York and Texas.  For additional information, visit www.shicryogenics.com